Nine Networks Australia selects Intelsat

Intelsat, operator of the world’s first Globalized Network, powered by its leading satellite backbone, has announced a contract with Nine Network Australia to distribute programming to the company’s six domestic television stations as well as provide global satellite and fibre connectivity using the IntelsatOne terrestrial network to bring news content and special events from around the world to Australia for its network affiliates.

Nine Network Australia (NNA) is one of the country’s top-rated commercial television networks, with local stations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Darwin, along with a regional broadcaster, NBN. The network also has news bureaus in Canberra, London and Los Angeles.

Intelsat initially is providing services via the Australia/New Zealand Ku-Band beam on Intelsat 19 for the network’s broadcasting requirement. Under the agreement, Intelsat’s network support will extend well into the next decade.

“Our Globalized Network allows us to meet NNA’s needs today and to increase our level of support if the network expands over time to meet the demands of multi-platform coverage,” said Terry Bleakley, Regional Vice President, Asia Pacific Sales, Intelsat. “NNA will also benefit from Intelsat’s global coverage for international contribution and distribution requirements.”